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French Napoleon III Carved Griotte Marble and Ormolu Mounted Fireplace Mantel

About the Item

Important French Napoleon III carved Rouge Griotte Marble and ormolu mounted figural fireplace mantel chimneypiece. The rectangular carved marble body surmounted with ormolu mounts of masks of maidens above wreaths and their bare feet, with a floral surround trim and centered with helmets and wreaths, circa 1870, Paris. Measures: Height 48 inches (121.9 cm) Width 79 1/4 inches (201.3 cm) Depth 18 3/4 inches (47.6cm) Opening height 39 inches (99.1 cm) Opening width 55 inches (139.7 cm)
  • Similar to:
    Pierre-Philippe Thomire (Designer)
  • Dimensions:
    Height: 48 in (121.92 cm)Width: 79.25 in (201.3 cm)Depth: 18.75 in (47.63 cm)
  • Style:
    Empire (In the Style Of)
  • Materials and Techniques:
  • Place of Origin:
  • Period:
  • Date of Manufacture:
    circa 1870
  • Condition:
    Repaired: Some restorations to marble. Wear consistent with age and use. Minor losses. Minor fading. A truly stunning & very impressive fireplace mantel. Some chipping and restorations on marble throughout. The gilt-bronze all original and with fine chasing. The top has several restorations. Please view all images. Requires professional installation.
  • Seller Location:
    Los Angeles, CA
  • Reference Number:
    Seller: Ref.: A24151stDibs: LU1796215602062
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